Immediate Opening Building Substitute

Summary

The Building Substitute is a flexible student-centered educator who provides consistent instructional and behavioral support across Deep Roots Charter School. This role ensures continuity of learning by covering classrooms during teacher absences supporting students with routines and expectations and upholding the schools instructional and cultural values. The Building Substitute plays a vital role in maintaining a safe joyful and academically focused learning environment and contributes to a strong sense of belonging for students. Grounded in Deep Roots mission of joy belonging and purpose the Building Substitute models professionalism adaptability and care for all learners. The Building Substitute reports directly to the School Leader or designee.

About Deep Roots

Where students discover joy belonging and purpose

Authentic RelationshipsDeep Roots prioritizes deep trusting relationships with students families and staff recognizing that strong relationships are foundational to meaningful learning and academic growth.

Personalized LearningWe believe in meeting every student where they are through rigorous culturally responsive instruction targeted interventions and data-informed instructional practices.

Our Core Values

Practice:Committing to ongoing professional development reflection and collaboration as pathways to excellence.

Service:Engaging students and staff in community-centered learning and leadership opportunities.

Purpose:Empowering all students to discover and pursue their unique gifts with intention and passion.

Antiracist & Inclusive:Deep Roots is actively anti-racist dedicated to dismantling barriers and creating equitable learning environments for all.

Responsibilities & DutiesInstructional Coverage & Classroom Support

• Provide instructional coverage across grade levels and content areas during teacher absences following lesson plans and instructional materials as provided.
• Maintain classroom routines expectations and procedures to ensure a consistent and productive learning environment.
• Support students in completing assigned work and engaging meaningfully in learning activities.
• Adapt instruction and support as needed to meet diverse student learning needs.

Student Support & School Culture

• Foster a positive respectful and inclusive classroom culture that promotes student engagement and belonging.
• Uphold school-wide behavioral expectations and restorative practices.
• Build positive relationships with students while maintaining clear boundaries and professionalism.
• Support student supervision during transitions lunch recess and other non-instructional times as assigned.

Collaboration & Professionalism

• Communicate effectively with teachers instructional staff and school leadership regarding student progress concerns and classroom needs.
• Collaborate with support staff to ensure continuity of services for students with IEPs 504 plans and other learning supports.
• Demonstrate flexibility and readiness to support various classrooms roles or duties as needed throughout the school day.

Safety & School Operations

• Maintain a safe and orderly classroom environment in alignment with school policies and procedures.
• Follow all school protocols related to attendance supervision emergency procedures and student confidentiality.
• Support school operations by assisting with coverage needs beyond classroom instruction when necessary.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working with children or adolescents in a school or youth-serving setting.
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly problem-solve and remain calm in dynamic environments.
• Clear and professional communication skills.
• Commitment to Deep Roots mission core values and anti-racist educational practices.

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree required
• Pennsylvania Teaching Certification or willingness to obtain one required
• Experience in an urban or charter school setting strongly preferred.

Title: Building Substitute

Location: Philadelphia PA 19134

Job Type: Full-Time